Biochemical Weapons: A Modern Threat

This informative program explains that biochemical weapons have existed since the 14th century and are difficult to control because they are produced from natural substances that are often readily available. Tracing the use of gas warfare from World War I through the Iran-Iraq War in the 1980’s leads to an exploration of the contemporary uses of biological warfare. Efforts are being made to detect threats and decontaminate large populations once they are attacked.